I recently spent some time reviewing Maryland’s new House Bill 272 – Food Establishments – Lavatory Requirement and On-Farm Food Service Facility License, along with the draft regulations currently being developed by the Maryland Department of Health. The changes are interesting and may signal a shift in how Maryland approaches on-farm food service. [mgaleg.maryland.gov] One […]
HB 272: Maryland is Rethinking On-Farm Food Service Read Post »
Why Cooking for the Public Is Different Than Cooking for Your Family We’ve all heard it. “She’s an amazing cook.” “His food is incredible.” “I’d buy dinner from them any day.” Being a talented cook is a wonderful thing. But there’s an important distinction that often gets overlooked: Cooking great food and operating a safe
You Got Sick. Who Do You Blame? It’s 2:00 AM. You’re awake. Your stomach is cramping. The nausea hits first. Then comes the rush to the bathroom. As you sit there questioning every life decision that led to this moment, your brain starts looking for someone to blame. And usually, it doesn’t take long. “It
You Got Sick. Who Do You Blame? Read Post »
Maryland HACCP Plans: Get a Quote for Your HACCP Plan Need a HACCP plan for your Maryland food facility? Get started with a quote. Whether you are opening a new facility, updating an existing HACCP plan, or adding a specialized food process, I’ve made it easy to get started. Request Your HACCP Quote My HACCP
HACCP Quote Simplified Read Post »
🧠 National Food Safety Month: Myth or Fact? If food in the cooler, smells fine and looks fine, it’s safe to serve. 🤔 Myth or Fact? MYTH! You can not see, smell, or taste harmful bacteria that can make you sick! FACT is that most molds do not make you sick! Only Mycotoxin producing molds
National Food Safety Month: Is it safe to eat ? Read Post »
Supporting Cottage Food Entrepreneurs While Protecting Your Retail Business: What Maryland Retailers Need to Know Maryland’s cottage food industry continues to grow, and many retailers are excited to support local makers by offering their products on store shelves. It’s a win‑win: small entrepreneurs gain visibility, and retailers strengthen community ties with unique, locally crafted goods.
Retailers Selling Cottage Made Food Read Post »
Power loss, sewage backup, no water. Are you prepared for when a crisis happens
When Disaster Strikes: Is Your Food Safety Crisis Plan Ready? Read Post »
Summer brings catering events, festivals, fairs, outdoor weddings, and community gatherings. These settings are great for business, but they also create real challenges when it comes to keeping food out of the temperature danger zone. When you’re working out of tents, or temporary setups, maintaining proper hot and cold holding can be challenging. Maryland does
Outdoor Events can be challenging for food safety Read Post »
Maryland Menu Labeling: What Operators Need to Know (and What Could Be Coming Next) Maryland is taking another step toward increased menu transparency—and while it may not impact every operator yet, it’s worth paying attention now. HOUSE BILL 1048 is moving through the Maryland General Assembly targets chain restaurants, defined as 20 or more locations
New Menu Labeling Law Coming to MD Restaurants Read Post »
